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Heating Pad Cover Tutorial

June 8, 2016 by abbie

Since I created my original Heating Pad Tutorial, people have commented and emailed asking if I had suggestions for a cover to slip over the heating pad. A cover that could easily be removed and washed was in high demand! I brainstormed several different designs but decided that simplicity is best! You can sew this up in minutes...easy peasy. It's easy to take on and off the heating pad but stays in place when in use. So here it is...the official Green Wife heating pad cover: What … [Read more...]

Chewbacca Chocolate Bar Party Favors

January 4, 2016 by abbie

Elliott is turning 9! She's requested a Chewbacca cake, so I decided to make some Chewbacca party favors as well. I'm always looking for an alternative to the usual goody bags, so I wandered craft stores and dollar stores while I brainstormed. Eventually, I decided simple is always best. Other ideas would have been more expensive and far more time consuming. These guys came together in no time and are guaranteed to thrill the birthday girl and her friends. Supplies: Craft … [Read more...]

K’NEX Mighty Makers

September 3, 2015 by abbie

Yay! I was selected to be a brand ambassador for K'NEX this year. What does that mean? It means that they send our family products to use and review. All opinions regarding the products are my own. What they sent this week was the Mighty Makers Deep Sea Dive set. Mighty Makers is their new line they've created in an effort to increase young girls' interest in building sets. My initial reaction to a new line of products "girl colors" wasn't entirely positive, to be honest. I mean, the whole … [Read more...]

Homeschool Supplies That You Won’t Find on Most Lists

August 14, 2015 by abbie

We're going into our 6th year of homeschooling. During the first five years, I've learned that a lot of supplies we need aren't usually found on the back-to-school aisles at your favorite store. These unconventional supplies end up being the ones that create the projects and learning experiences that really make the kiddos' eyes light up and their gears go into overdrive. Thought I'd share some of the more unconventional supplies that I've learned to keep on hand based on science … [Read more...]

Gearing Up for School

August 14, 2015 by abbie

To start getting us in gear for another great year, I've been cleaning out, organizing, and rearranging our homeschool stuff. Now it's time to order our favorite curriculum and stock up on supplies! Which map doesn't belong? ;) … [Read more...]

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Toddler Halter Top Sewing Tutorial

Excellent for beginners! Sew a simple halter top or dress.

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